NFL to consider punishment for 49ers owner Jed York soon

49ers owner Jed York pleaded no contest to charges of disorderly conduct and possession of criminal tools following his recent arrest. With NFL owners scheduled to meet in Atlanta, there is anticipation that a resolution regarding York’s punishment could be reached quickly. The timing is critical as the 49ers are set to play in Australia in 16 days, making questions about York's conduct unavoidable. Possible disciplinary actions may be discussed at the meeting, presenting an opportunity for NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell to effectively address the situation. The outcome is expected to have implications for the standards of conduct among franchise owners.

• 5:12 PMYahoo Sports — NFL punishment for Jed York could happen quickly